A Place of Hiding
Fiction | Novel | Adult | Published in 2004
800
Novel • Fiction
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Mystery & Crime Fiction•
British LiteratureGuernsey • Contemporary
2004
Adult
18+ years
In A Place of Hiding by Elizabeth George, Simon St. James aids Deborah's friend, China River, who is embroiled in a murder mystery on the Channel Island of Guernsey. As Simon investigates, secrets unfold involving art and World War II, revealing complex human connections and motivations rooted deep in the past.
Mysterious
Suspenseful
Informative
Dark
Emotional
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Elizabeth George's A Place of Hiding keeps readers engaged with its intricate plot and strong character development. The novel's complex themes and vivid settings receive praise, though some find the pacing slow and the narrative occasionally unwieldy. Overall, it offers a compelling story with detailed prose, appealing to fans of thoughtful mysteries.
Fans of intricate mysteries and character-driven narratives will enjoy Elizabeth George's A Place of Hiding. Similar to readers of Louise Penny's Still Life, these readers appreciate a blend of suspense, rich settings, and emotionally complex characters. Ideal for those who enjoy unraveling deep, layered plots.
14,527 ratings
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Mixed feelings
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800
Novel • Fiction
•
Mystery & Crime Fiction•
British LiteratureGuernsey • Contemporary
2004
Adult
18+ years
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